[Ans] According to Greek mythology, who was the first woman on Earth?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "According to Greek mythology, who was the first woman on Earth?"

In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human woman, created by Hephaestus on the instructions of Zeus. Zeus commissioned Hephaestus (a god of fire and patron of craftsmen) to fashion a woman out of earth, upon whom the gods bestowed their choicest gifts. The Pandora myth addresses the question of why there is evil in the world. According to the story, Pandora opened a jar (pithos), in modern accounts sometimes mistranslated as "Pandora's box", releasing all the evils of humanity. The phrase "Pandora's box" has endured ever since.

[Answer] According to Greek mythology, who was the first woman on Earth?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "According to Greek mythology, who was the first woman on Earth?"

...In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human woman, created by Hephaestus on the instructions of Zeus. Zeus commissioned Hephaestus (a god of fire and patron of craftsmen) to fashion a woman out of earth, upon whom the gods bestowed their choicest gifts. The Pandora myth addresses the question of why there is evil in the world. According to the story, Pandora opened a jar (pithos), in modern accounts sometimes mistranslated as "Pandora's box", releasing all the evils of humanity. The phrase "Pandora's box" has endured ever since.

[Answer] In Greek mythology, who was the Greek goddess associated with the moon?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "In Greek mythology, who was the Greek goddess associated with the moon?"

...Artemis, in the ancient Greek religion and myth, is the goddess of the hunt, the wilderness, wild animals, the Moon, and chastity. Artemis is the daughter of Zeus and Leto, and the twin sister of Apollo. She was the patron and protector of young girls, and was believed to bring disease upon women and relieve them of it. Artemis was worshipped as one of the primary goddesses of childbirth and midwifery along with Eileithyia. Much like Athena and Hestia, Artemis preferred to remain a maiden and is sworn never to marry. Artemis was one of the most widely venerated of the Ancient Greek deities and her temple at Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Artemis' symbols included a bow and arrow, a quiver and hunting knives and the deer and the cypress were sacred to her. The goddess Diana is her Roman equivalent.

[Answer] 1. People can have a lot of "phobias", meaning they are afraid of something. How can we say "I am afraid of" in Greek?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. People can have a lot of "phobias", meaning they are afraid of something. How can we say "I am afraid of" in Greek?"

...1. Koimamai 2. Phobamai 3. Xypnaw 4. Nystazw "Phobos" ("fear" in ancient and modern Greek) is also one of the two satellites of Mars. The other one is "Deimos", meaning "terror" in ancient Greek (in modern Greek is "tromos").

[Answer] 5. He was brother to the hell gate guardian Orthrus, at least according to Greek mythology. He had a distinctive physical appearance and it was a Herculean task to bring him to heel. Which monstrous dog am I describing?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. He was brother to the hell gate guardian Orthrus, at least according to Greek mythology. He had a distinctive physical appearance and it was a Herculean task to bring him to heel. Which monstrous dog am I describing?"

...1. Canis 2. Bran 3. Barghest 4. Cerberus In Greek mythology Cerberus was the gigantic hound which guarded the gates of Hades. He was described as a three-headed dog with a serpent's tail, a mane of snakes, and a lion's claws. One of the extra clues I embedded in the question referred to a Herculean task. This was because one of the twelve 'Labours of Hercules' was to fetch Cerberus from the underworld.

[Answer] 10. Which female name means 'long journey' in Greek?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. Which female name means 'long journey' in Greek?"

...1. Obelia 2. Odessa 3. Orna 4. Ora Obelia is Greek for pillar of strength, Orna is the Latin name meaning decorate and Ora is Hebrew for light.

[Answer] 3. "Philanthroper" is a "friend of men" in Greek. So, what is the meaning of "philos"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. "Philanthroper" is a "friend of men" in Greek. So, what is the meaning of "philos"? "

...1. Friend 2. Enemy 3. Wisdom 4. Art "Filos" of "philos" is "friend". Think "philatelist" or "philosopher".

[Answer] 1. The most famous Greek breakfast pastry is "tyropita" (cheese pie) and "mpougatsa". "Mpougatsa" traditionally is served in which city, the second biggest in Greece?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. The most famous Greek breakfast pastry is "tyropita" (cheese pie) and "mpougatsa". "Mpougatsa" traditionally is served in which city, the second biggest in Greece?"

...1. Tokyo 2. Thessaloniki 3. Taramas 4. Tilefono Mpougatsa is a pie served with cheese or cream. It is something like the trademark of the beautiful city of Thessaloniki, but it is served all over Greece.

[Answer] 10. Among the oldest surviving works of Greek literature are "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey". Who is the acknowledged author of these works?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "10. Among the oldest surviving works of Greek literature are "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey". Who is the acknowledged author of these works?"

...1. Homer 2. Euripides 3. Aristotle 4. Sophocles There is some debate as to whether Homer really wrote these two epics but he is generally accepted as the author. Some scholars believe they were the work of many poets. According to tradition, Homer was blind. However, almost nothing is known about him - where and when he was born is a mystery. "The Iliad" tells the story of the Trojan War. "The Odyssey" relates the adventures of Odysseus on his way home after the Trojan War.

[Answer] 4. Who was the Greek goddess of revenge?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Who was the Greek goddess of revenge?"

...1. Eirene 2. Nemesis 3. Ananke 4. Iris Nemesis was the spirit of divine retribution against those who showed arrogance before the gods. The name Nemesis comes from the Greek word 'n�mein' ("to give what is due"). Eirene is the Greek goddess of peace. Ananke is the goddess of inevitability. Iris is the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods.

[Answer] 4. Which half goat-half man Greek mythological figure is considered to be the god of shepherds and their flocks?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Which half goat-half man Greek mythological figure is considered to be the god of shepherds and their flocks?"

...1. Apollo 2. Aeolus 3. Bootes 4. Pan Pan is often depicted with the legs and horns of a goat while the rest of his body is that of a man. The word 'panic' is also derived from Pan who is credited with the ability to cause sudden fear among crowds, a feature that rendered him of immense help during battles. Aeolus is the god of wind, Apollo is the god of medicine and music among many others and Bootes is the demi-god of ploughs and weapons.

[Answer] 4. Who was the Greek God of love?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Who was the Greek God of love?"

...1. Eros 2. Epictetus 3. Epeus 4. Erebus According to the Greek poet Hesiod, Eros came forth out of Chaos together with Gaia (Goddess of the earth) and Tartarus (God of the underworld). Eros' love weapon consisted of a two stringed bow and golden arrows, which after a hit could make people fall in love. In later myths Eros was described as the son of Aphrodite. The Romans called their God of love Amor or Cupid. Erebus (also known as Erebos) was the God of darkness. Epeus was not a God but a soldier during the Trojan war. He built the famous Trojan horse. Epictetus was a Greek stoic philosopher.

[Answer] 7. Which unfortunate woman in Greek myth supposedly let all the evils into the world due to her curiosity?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "7. Which unfortunate woman in Greek myth supposedly let all the evils into the world due to her curiosity?"

...1. Daphne 2. Narcissa 3. Persephone 4. Pandora This myth is recounted most famously in Hesiod's "Theogony". Pandora managed to prevent hope from being released and this is man's only defence against these evils.

[Answer] 5. This god was the king of all gods in Greek mythology. He reigned on Mount Olympus, and he was the father of Aphrodite. His parents were Cronus and Rhea. He was the husband of Hera, although he once was "seen" with Dione. Who was this Greek god?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "5. This god was the king of all gods in Greek mythology. He reigned on Mount Olympus, and he was the father of Aphrodite. His parents were Cronus and Rhea. He was the husband of Hera, although he once was "seen" with Dione. Who was this Greek god?"

...1. Zeus 2. Atlas 3. Hercules 4. Hades Zeus was known as the greatest god of all gods, and therefore he was the king over all gods. He had four symbols that represented him, the most well-known being that of the lightning bolt. Also representing him were the bull, eagle, and oak. Zeus performed several erotic "deeds", which caused him to become father to many gods and goddesses. Some of these included Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Hermes, Persephone, Dionysus, Perseus, Hercules, Helen, and Minos. Although this quiz is "not" about Beanie Babies, I felt compelled to mention them in this quiz anyway. Zeus is also the name of a Beanie Baby. He is a moose that sits like most Beanie bears. He has very large and bright orange antlers.

[Answer] 8. I'm looking at a large hill in the center of a city. A famous temple to a Greek goddess sits atop of it. In what city am I?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. I'm looking at a large hill in the center of a city. A famous temple to a Greek goddess sits atop of it. In what city am I?"

...1. Delphi 2. Thermopylae 3. Athens 4. Olympia I am talking of course about the Parthenon on the acropolis in Athens. The Parthenon was built in honor of the city's patron goddess Athena in the year 432 B.C.

[Answer] 2. The brush is getting even bigger. "Which Greek god was the god of love?"

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "2. The brush is getting even bigger. "Which Greek god was the god of love?""

...1. Eros 2. Ares 3. Apollo 4. Zeus Eros is the Greek god of love. He is known as Cupid by the Romans. Eros is the son of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.

[Answer] 8. Among the oldest surviving works of Greek literature are "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey". Who is the acknowledged author of these works?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. Among the oldest surviving works of Greek literature are "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey". Who is the acknowledged author of these works?"

...1. Aristotle 2. Sophocles 3. Euripides 4. Homer There is some debate as to whether Homer really wrote these two epics but he is generally accepted as the author. Some scholars believe they were the work of many poets. According to tradition, Homer was blind. However, almost nothing is known about him - where and when he was born is a mystery. "The Iliad" tells the story of the Trojan War. "The Odyssey" relates the adventures of Odysseus on his way home after the Trojan War.

[Answer] Who did the Olympians overthrow in order to become the major Greek deities in Greek Mythology?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who did the Olympians overthrow in order to become the major Greek deities in Greek Mythology?"

...The Titans were powerful deities that ruled during the Golden Age of Greece. They were the older gods that were overthrown by the powerful younger gods called the Olympians in what was called the "War of the Titans".

[Ans] Which medical drug is named after the Greek god of dreams?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which medical drug is named after the Greek god of dreams?"

Morphine is a pain medication of the opiate family which is found naturally in a number of plants and animals. Morphine is used primarily to treat both acute and chronic severe pain. Morphine was first isolated between 1803 and 1805 by Friedrich Sertürner, a German pharmacist. He originally named the substance morphium after the Greek god of dreams, Morpheus, as it has a tendency to cause sleep. Morpheus had the ability to take on the appearance of a mortal in dreams. He was the god who relayed messages from the gods and prophecies of the future.

[Answer] Which medical drug is named after the Greek god of dreams?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which medical drug is named after the Greek god of dreams?"

...Morphine is a pain medication of the opiate family which is found naturally in a number of plants and animals. Morphine is used primarily to treat both acute and chronic severe pain. Morphine was first isolated between 1803 and 1805 by Friedrich Sertürner, a German pharmacist. He originally named the substance morphium after the Greek god of dreams, Morpheus, as it has a tendency to cause sleep. Morpheus had the ability to take on the appearance of a mortal in dreams. He was the god who relayed messages from the gods and prophecies of the future.